A Patient Is Diagnosed with Histoplasmosis and Will Begin Taking

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with histoplasmosis and will begin taking ketoconazole. What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient about this medication?

• A) "Take the medicine twice daily."
• B) "Take the medication with food."
• C) "You may consume small amounts of alcohol."
• D) "You will not need lab tests while taking this drug."

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